Betty's Bay

Betty's Bay is a pleasant coastal resort and angling spot established in the 1930s. At Stony Point, the western extremity of the bay, visitors can get close-up views of a colony of African penguins, one of only three mainland colonies in Africa. The first penguins started breeding here in 1982, and within eight years the breeding population has increased to just over 100 pairs. Nearby can be seen the remains of the Southern Cross Whaling Station, which operated between 1907 and 1928. Relics include part of the jetty, the ramp used to winch carcasses ashore and the remains of the Balena, one of the last whaling vessels.

Harold Porter National Botanic Garden, a 195 ha reserve north of the village, is a place that can be visited over and over again. The plants and trees are interesting all year round, and strategically placed benches allow restful admiration of the surrounding views. The garden represents one of the largest concentrations of wild flower species in the country. Among the many rare plants is the red disa, a ground orchid that grows in moist rock crevices. There is an interpretive centre, a tea room and a souvenir shop

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	BUCACO SUD GUEST HOUSE Situated within the Kogelberg biosphere reserve, on the scenic whale route between Cape Town and Hermanus. We offer our clients a guest house with its own mountain and swimming pool in the back garden .Great attention to detail everywhere - For further information click here